Canary Islands Government Publishes Cooperation Agreement for Building 24 Public Housing Units in Arafo
Canary Islands Housing Initiative
Overview
The Canary Islands government has officially published a new cooperation agreement aimed at constructing 24 protected public housing units in the municipality of Arafo. Signed on December 29, 2025, by the Canary Islands Housing Institute, Tenerife's Insular Council, and the Arafo city hall, this initiative aims to address the rising housing crisis by increasing the availability of affordable rental homes.
The project forms part of the broader Canary Housing Plan 2020-2025, which seeks to:
- expand the public housing stock
- improve living conditions for vulnerable groups, such as young people and seniors.
Roles and Funding
The agreement stipulates that:
- The Insular Council will manage the construction.
- The Arafo council will provide the land at no cost.
The total investment for the project is nearly ā¬4.8 million, split between:
- the Autonomous Community
- the Tenerife Council.
Construction is expected to start soon, with a key milestone reached by June 2027. Once completed, the homes will be registered as public rental housing managed by the Institute.
Objectives and Impact
This project exemplifies how regional and local authorities collaborate to tackle Spainās housing shortage. It addresses economic challenges that have left many residents struggling to find affordable, quality homes.
By:
- fast-tracking land use and building permits
- pooling funding sources
Officials hope to deliver tangible relief for families in Arafo, improving community stability and residentsā quality of life.
"This initiative exemplifies cooperation between regional and local authorities to improve living conditions and tackle housing shortages."